Cesia's Story
ALICT Class of 2017
Country of origin: El Salvador | Current country: Guatemala
Cesia Cruz Monterroza de Mejía, born in El Salvador, is a pastor in Guatemala where she serves an indigenous community alongside her husband, Manuel, who is also an ALICT alumnus. Overcoming a challenging childhood marked by violence and family struggles, Cesia found purpose and courage through her experience at ALICT, which transformed her ministry and strengthened her walk with God. Today, she leads a trauma-healing program, a restaurant, and a growing sports ministry, using her life as a testimony of God’s love and blessing to reach others in Guatemala and beyond.
Fresh Update:
Manuel, Cesia’s husband has been recognized as one of the main pastors in the town, and he was even invited to an event where the mayor requested his presence.
They have been doing women conferences to empower and disciple them.
One of the congregation members is the principal of a shcool, and she has requested Cesia and her husband to lead the school in 2026.
